Get Rooted Radio with Erica Gifford Mills: Living It Up ~ Loving It Up ~ Letting It Go!

In this episode, Erica Gifford Mills speaks with Dr. Craig Cooke about how we can embrace the way of working with life-force energy in our lives, in other words, “The Dao Of Qi.” Dr. Cooke explains how we can journey along a path of healing, self-transformation, and energetic optimization by learning to work with energy. He shares his qigong practice and the profound impact it had on him as a highly successful entrepreneur. As a Doctor of Chinese Energetic Medicine, he guides us through his own personal journey of healing, transformation, and optimization to serve as an example for others to follow. And in this fast-paced world, we could all use methods for healing and for becoming more energetic. 

Giveaways:

· Free Qigong Exercise: https://craigcooke.cohere.live/lead-magnet-

 

  Upcoming Live Qigong Program starting May 26th: This is an online 12-week program, “Introduction to Qigong.” This course provides the essential teachings for establishing a solid qigong practice. More information and to register can be found at: https://craigcooke.com/introduction-to-qigong/

Many of America’s veterans and active-duty military carry invisible wounds, burdens shaped by service, sacrifice, and experiences most will never fully understand. Too often, the weight of that stress impacts not only their own well-being but also their relationships, identity, and sense of purpose.

In this powerful special edition, join Erica Gifford Mills and her guest, Kevin Schroeder from the Mighty Oaks Foundation, as they dive into the realities of military mental health and the path toward healing. Together, they explore how unaddressed trauma, isolation, and the pressure to remain “mission strong” can keep so many suffering in silence, and more importantly, how breaking that silence can become the first step toward transformation.

Through faith-based support, community, and a return to the life God has called us to live, there is a way forward. A way rooted in hope, restoration, and renewed purpose. This episode is more than a conversation; it’s a lifeline. A reminder that no one is alone, that healing is possible, and that even after the darkest battles, a new mission can emerge. Because being rooted isn’t about standing still. It’s about finding strength, even after the storm.

Money-making can be the definition of insanity if you work really hard and don’t get ahead. In this episode, Erica Gifford Mills and her guest, Jeannie Dougherty, will explore what is stopping you - a broken root system. Learn how there is a way you can still grow and thrive. Your money concerns are the easiest thing to solve. 

What if the life you’re meant for is already calling you; you just have to trust the signs and step into it?

In this episode of Get Rooted Radio, host Erica Gifford Mills sits down with Erika Sweeney, host of My Fit Tribe Podcast, bodybuilder, speaker, and advocate for sustainable wellness. Together, they explore what it truly means to build a strong foundation, not just physically, but mentally and emotionally.

Erika shares how doing hard things has strengthened her belief in herself, why agency is the cornerstone of a fulfilled life, and how learning to trust the “breadcrumbs” can guide you toward your purpose. This conversation goes beyond fitness. It’s about alignment,

resilience, and creating a life that feels as strong as it looks.

If you’ve been feeling the pull toward more, more discipline, more clarity, more YOU, this episode will meet you exactly where you are and remind you that your roots are stronger than you think.

In this deeply moving and empowering episode, Erica Gifford Mills joins The Dr. Pat Show to break the silence surrounding mental health in the military and veteran communities.

After the devastating loss of her son, U.S. Marine Sgt. Conner Mills, Erica turned her grief into purpose,

becoming a fierce advocate for mental health awareness, suicide prevention, and giving voice to those who feel unseen and unheard.

Together, Erica and Dr. Pat explore the stigma that keeps so many suffering in silence, the unique challenges faced by active military and veterans, and how leadership, both personal and professional, must evolve to include vulnerability, compassion,

and real conversation.

This episode is not just about awareness; it’s about action. It’s about being louder than the silence,

breaking generational patterns, and creating spaces where healing, connection,

and hope can take root.

Link for support:

https://stopsoldiersuicide.donordrive.com/campaigns/2nd-Annual-Military-Mental-Health-Suicide-Prevention

Grief isn’t something we fix; it’s something we learn to carry. In this episode of Get Rooted Radio, Erica Gifford Mills and her guest, Amy Zell, explore how loss reshapes us and how healing happens not in isolation, but in connection. We talk about the power of community, the importance of suicide postvention, and how simple acts of presence can make a lasting impact for those navigating loss.

Through the Maker Empowerment Method, we also uncover how creativity can help us reconnect with meaning, purpose, and hope. At its core, this episode is about transformation: turning pain into service, advocacy, and impact.

If you’re carrying grief, this is your reminder: you are not alone, and healing is possible.

In this deeply honest conversation, Erica Gifford Mills and her guest, Lisa Price, share what it means to continue living after the death of a child. They explore the invisible work of grief, the courage required to stay present in a world that keeps moving, and how community transforms isolation into connection. This episode invites listeners to release shame, reclaim their voice, and discover that love does not end when a life does.

Giveaways:

· One (1) complimentary full-access ticket for a bereaved mom plus a supporter to BRAVEher 2026: Story in Bloom (May 2–3, 2026 in Wisconsin)

  This includes both days of the annual Bereaved Mothers Conference and Brunch, featuring inspiring speakers, small group connection, wellness sessions, creative experiences, and remembrance rituals designed specifically for mothers navigating life after child loss.

After losing her younger brother, Jon, to suicide, Kim Burditt Bartlett’s world was irrevocably changed. In this heartfelt conversation, Kim shares how grief reshaped her understanding of love, identity, and what it means to live forward without letting go of those we’ve lost. She also introduces the Black Box Project, an innovative and deeply human approach to suicide prevention that honors loss by transforming it into life-saving research and lasting legacy.

What happens when women stop waiting for permission and start stepping onto the stage?

In this powerful conversation, Dr.

Pat sits down with award-winning author, international speaker, and founder of the International Women Speakers Summit, Erica Gifford Mills, to talk about why speaking matters now more than ever.

Many leaders today are authors,

podcast hosts, coaches, and entrepreneurs with powerful messages — yet too many remain unseen. Erica explains why visibility is the key to turning your voice into influence and why stages are one of the most powerful platforms for impact.

Together, they explore:

Why having a voice isn’t the same as having visibility

Why authors and podcast hosts need to be on stage too

The power of putting a face to the voice and words

people already know

How speaking can amplify your message and expand your

impact

Erica also shares the vision behind her new collaboration book Lead Like a Woman, bringing together powerful voices of women leading in business, entrepreneurship, and their communities.

This conversation is a call to action for women everywhere:

Your story matters.

Your voice matters.

And the world needs to see you.

If you’ve ever felt the pull to share your message on a bigger stage, this episode will inspire you to stop waiting and start leading.

 

As a high-performing leader, you are constantly carrying the silent weight of personal and professional

expectations, and you are tired. You find yourself struggling to ask for help when you need it, because you have always been seen as the “successful one”, and you often wonder, “Who will catch me if I fall?” 

You don’t have an effort problem, you have an IDENTITY problem. Join Erica Gifford Mills and her guest, William Deck, as they discuss how to feel safe in your own success.